Which of the following pairs is mismatched?
A) mesophile - growth at 25°C
B) thermophile - growth at 37°C
C) psychrophile - growth at 15°C
D) hyperthermophiles - growth at 85°C
E) psychrotroph - growth at 0°C

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Thermophiles are microorganisms that grow best at high temperatures, typically between 45°C and 80°C. They do not grow well at lower temperatures, such as 37°C. Therefore, option B is mismatched.

Which of the Following Pairs Is Mismatched